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President Trump ordered the Justice Department to seek the release of grand jury testimony related to Jeffrey Epstein, but expressed skepticism that it would satisfy critics of his administration's handling of the case. While the DOJ cited public interest in its filing, legal experts suggest the transcripts may offer limited insights compared to existing evidence from civil lawsuits and Maxwell's trial. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: President Trump has directed the Justice Department...

Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud, who had been in a coma for 20 years after a car crash in 2005, has died at the age of 36, as confirmed by the Royal Court of Saudi Arabia. His father, who maintained hope for his recovery, announced his death on social media, prompting widespread condolences for the prince, known as the "sleeping prince."https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E798VHPQUeY Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Prince Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Saud, who had...

Jose Adolfo Macias Villamar, known as "Fito," the notorious Ecuadorian gang leader, has been extradited to the US to face charges after his capture last month following a year-long escape from prison. His extensive criminal history includes leading the Los Choneros gang, implicated in violent crimes, and he is expected to plead not guilty in court. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Notorious gang leader "Fito" from Ecuador, who escaped prison and was on...

Saudi Arabia's ambitious £1.2 trillion project, The Line, aims to create a mirror-clad megacity stretching 105 miles to house nine million people, but is currently under evaluation for feasibility due to financial strains. Critics raise concerns about its environmental impact and displacement of local tribes, while construction has already begun with significant groundwork laid in the desert. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Saudi Arabia is planning to build a huge futuristic city called...

The Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper reports that Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa has survived three assassination attempts in seven months, including one thwarted by security during his March departure from the Presidential Palace and another in Daraa province. The third attempt involved an ambush in Damascus, raising concerns about his safety, which were echoed by US Special Envoy Thomas Barrack. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa has had three people try to...

Ariana Thompson-Bell was sentenced to jail after stealing nearly $500,000 from her employer, a local work skills programme, over two years, transferring funds into her personal accounts and her daughter's account. She admitted to spending most of the stolen money on takeaways and clothing. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A woman named Ariana took almost $500,000 from her job and spent it on food and clothes, and now she is going to jail...